Patch Notes

Version 1.8.13.0 (2024.11.28)

Content Update

1. New Pawers in SMASH:
   • Food Poisoning: Poisons edible items. Poisoned items blur vision for a short time.
   • Sticky Bomb: Make the bombs you throw a bit sticky.

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue where pressing Enter twice after sending an emote duplicated it.
2. Fixed a rare situation in Buzz Ball where the ball got stuck mid-air.
3. Fixed an issue in Ring of Garfat where falling into lava under specific circumstances turned the character’s outfit yellow.
4. Fixed a problem in Winter Cabin where the 3 new jukebox tracks only looped one at a time.

Optimizations

1. Further optimized matchmaking rules for Quick Match.
2. Added a text prompt when a player’s microphone was muted due to excessive volume.
3. Further specified the error messages displayed during login issues.

Version 1.8.14.0 (2024.12.05)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue in SMASH where using a poisoned item during “Food Poisoning” Pawer caused the plane engine sound to persist until the Pawer selection screen.
2. Fixed an issue in SMASH where bombs thrown while spectating during “Sticky Bomb” Pawer did not display sticky effects in some cases (on Xbox One).
3. Fixed a missing collision near the pool table wall in Winter Cabin.
4. Fixed a missing collision for the hat after it falls off in the “Ronin Hachi” outfit.

Optimizations

1. Improved visual effects for the “Elite Dark Knight Levi” outfit.
2. Added warning pop-ups and Official Bot messages for inappropriate player behavior.
3. Separated XP calculation in Winter Cabin between Fishy Business and PAWS.

Version 1.8.15.0 (2024.12.12)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue in SMASH where the “Sticky Bomb” Pawer sound effect incorrectly played on regular bombs.
2. Fixed an issue in Buzz Ball where the electric shock sound effect behaved abnormally after multiple shocks.
3. Fixed an issue where rerolling Weekly Challenges caused the “Keep On Keeping On” achievement counter to stop tracking.
4. Fixed an issue where the “Watermelon Namecard” was not hidden in the list when not owned.

Optimizations

1. Added new server locations to help reduce Quick Match latency for some players.

Version 1.9.0.0

Winter Cabin Update

As the New Year approaches, the animals have lit a bonfire outside the cabin, with flickering flames reflecting off the pristine snow. A few little animals are having a snowball fight, with snowballs tracing arcs in the air. Everyone is busy planning how to decorate the cabin, aiming to give it a fresh look on the 20th.

New Christmas Outfits

The animals have donned their Christmas outfits, adding a festive touch to the winter season. These outfits will debut in the Item Shop on December 20th as limited-time holiday exclusives, lasting until January 3rd of the following year.

To celebrate Christmas, all newly released Christmas outfits will be available at a 50% discount when gifted to a friend!

Returning Christmas Outfits

Christmas outfits from previous years will also make a limited-time return from December 24th to December 26th!

New Track: Formula Wild

Despite the cold, the animals remain full of excitement, racing on the newly constructed track. The course is still under construction, with construction vehicles and taxis occasionally disrupting the path, but that hasn’t dampened their enthusiasm. Eager to get started, they’ve already hit the road with new cars!

During the Christmas season, Snowmobile and Puppy will also receive new decorations. These will debut on the 20th as limited-time holiday exclusives, lasting until January 3rd of the following year.

Snowstorm on Tracks

On the familiar tracks of Nemo Kart, occasional snowstorms bring a seasonal twist. The entire tracks becomes blanketed in heavy snow. Amid this snowy wonderland, gingerbread men can be seen leisurely pacing in the distance. Their appearance raises curiosity—could they be preparing Christmas presents for everyone? Perhaps the next race will reveal the answer! (The snowstorm event starts on the 20th and lasts until February 3rd of the following year. The Christmas event starts on the 20th and lasts until January 3rd of the following year.)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue in the Winter Cabin where switching skins using the mirror would affect the depth of field effect.

Feature Updates

1. Added a photo mode (accessible via the ESC menu, camera button in the bottom left corner) for all maps except Nemo Kart and Mission levels.
2. Introduced an gesture system, allowing players to trigger specific character actions manually (the action system is still in BETA. Your feedback is highly valued!).
3. Added a colorblind mode in game settings, currently only supported in Classic Mode and SMASH namecards.
4. Added Nemo Kart keybind customization in game settings,

Optimizations

1. Added a dedicated filter option for Winter Cabin in custom lobby filters.
2. Added AFK warnings for vending machine and jukebox.
3. In Ichiban, increased the effect of poison fog on stones in the four corners and on the outer walls.
4. In Ice Breaker, reduced the freeze time for players falling into the water at the start of the game.
5. Updated default control on keyboard for Nemo Kart

Version 1.9.1.0 (2024.12.27)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart Formula Wild where the laps count was wrong in certain situations
2. Fixed an issue where after entering the Fluffy Redemption map, the game BGM was muted
3. Fixed an issue where in multiplayer Black Sails, the view angle was wrong after reconnecting to the game
4. Fixed an issue where in Winter Cabin, sometimes the freezing effect never went away
5. Fixed an issue where in Winter Cabin, after getting hit by the snow ball twice, when the player went into freezing zone, they would be frozen and never respawn
6. Fixed an issue where players playing board games could be frozen by snow balls
7. Fixed the mustache model for Wood Abao
8. Fixed the invisibility special effect for Foliage Lotus

Optimizations

1. Added In-game UI toggle to the camera settings
2. Automatically hide other players' camera model when entering camera mode(can be turned back on in camera settings)
3. Automatically hide other players' camera model when sitting on a board game chair

Version 1.9.3.0 (2025.01.16)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed incorrect text for certain kart items in the Item Shop.
2. Fixed an issue on Xbox where selecting specific quick Gestures under certain conditions might briefly display a white background for one frame.

Optimizations

1. Added a new option for report reason: “Game Interference.”

Version 1.10.0.0

The Year of the Snake is coming, and we wish you a Happy Chinese New Year! May this joyful time bring you together with family and friends to celebrate a Spring Festival full of laughter and happiness. In the new year, we wish you harmony, health, and purrfect pawsomeness!

To bring the festive atmosphere into the game, our little animals have prepared special Chinese New Year content just for you! Let’s see what surprises await!

New Mode - The Crisis

Welcome to a world of lies and betrayal—every animal might be secretly plotting, and danger lurks around every corner.

On this spaceship, it seems like everyone is working together to reach the destination, but... the killers have infiltrated the group. It could be the friend you trust the most, your best partner... or maybe, it’s you?!

The destination is near, yet shrouded in mystery. Danger is everywhere—watch your back!

Level Cap Expansion

The Animal Level cap is being expanded for the first time, increasing from 100 to 150! With the new levels, you’ll unlock brand-new animals, unique gestures, and in game currencies. Greater challenges and adventures await—come and experience them!

This expansion is not the end, as further level cap increases are planned for the future. Stay tuned!

Year of the Snake Step-Up Login Rewards

From 2025/1/24 4:00 AM PST to 2025/2/14 4:00 AM PST, log in to the game to claim exclusive Year of the Snake rewards! The rewards are divided into ten tiers, including skins, avatars, avatar frames, namecards, and currency. A premium version is also available for purchase at 0.99 USD (prices may vary slightly by platform and region). After purchasing the premium version, you can claim two rewards daily (a total of 20 rewards).

Wishing you all a prosperous Year of the Snake!

Vegetable Spirit Claw Machine + Pass

Nemo has recently acquired the latest claw machine, filled with adorable Vegetable Fairies!
From 2025/1/24 4:00 AM PST to 2025/2/28 4:00 AM PST, players can use Coins or Nemo Bucks to grab these cute prizes.
Additionally, from 2025/1/24 4:00 AM PST to 2025/2/21 4:00 AM PST, complete challenges and upgrade the Vegetable Fairy Pass to earn up to 20 free claw machine coins. Give it a try and test your luck!

Feature Updates

1. Added local mode for Xbox and PS players who purchased the game but do not have a platform subscription.
2. Introduced a Team Finder feature: To assist players in certain Lab modes, the original "Quick Join" feature in Custom Games has been replaced with the "Team Finder." This feature quickly matches players with existing game lobbies. Players can now enjoy a matchmaking experience similar to Quick Games in Custom Games. Note: This feature is currently in BETA and only supports the Crisis mode. Expansion to other modes is planned.

Content Updates

1. Winter Cabin Vending Machine update with limited-time Year of the Snake items [2025/1/24 4:00 AM PST to 2025/2/14 4:00 AM PST]
2. Chinese New Year decorations in the main menu [2025/1/24 4:00 AM PST to 2025/2/14 4:00 AM PST]
3. Return of Cabbage Dog/Cabbage Dog G [2025/1/24 4:00 AM PST to 2025/4/24 4:00 AM PST]
4. Platform collab Lion Dance series return [2025/1/31 4:00 AM PST to 2025/2/7 4:00 AM PST]
5. Return of God of Wealth Barbie [2025/1/31 4:00 AM PST to 2025/2/14 4:00 AM PST]
6. Valentine’s Day-themed skins return [2025/2/14 4:00 AM PST to 2025/2/21 4:00 AM PST]

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed a known issue where characters would shift left when performing the turning gesture in the character selection menu.

Version 1.10.1.0 (2025.01.24)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue where the PS5 build will crash occasionally in certain situations
2. Fixed an issue where the Fairy Catch cannot be used in certain countries and regions
3. Fixed an issue where in certain situations, players cannot receive xps and rewards in time

Optimizations

1. Updated Hakkar's goal description in Crisis mode from "in one round" to "between meetings"

Version 1.10.4.0 (2025.02.14)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed several abnormal behaviors in the Fairy Catcher.
2. Fixed an issue in the Fairy Catcher where characters could appear on the main screen under certain conditions.
3. Fixed incorrect English descriptions for some daily challenges in the Fairy Pass.
4. Fixed an issue where starting a meeting immediately after turning on the lights caused players' views to lock after the meeting.
5. Fixed an issue where fire extinguisher alerts were visible to all players after all extinguishers were taken.
6. Fixed an issue where players inside a Carnivore’s stomach could be heard by everyone during a jump.
7. Fixed an issue where a player leaving the game when about to be voted out caused the remaining players to be unable to move.
8. Fixed an issue where two players falling into the oxygen hatch simultaneously caused them to respawn incorrectly.
9. Fixed an issue where the Invisible Killer’s invisibility would automatically deactivate after a meeting.
10. Fixed an issue where the killer’s red horn effect appeared during the opening cutscene of the elevator scene.
11. Fixed an issue where a player killed in certain spots caused their ghost to appear outside the spaceship.
12. Fixed an issue where a player who disconnected during a meeting saw a broken display upon rejoining.
13. Fixed an issue where ghosts could be grabbed by living players.
14. Fixed an issue in SMASH mode where the stamina buff caused stunned players to recover faster.
15. Fixed an issue in SMASH mode where some special effects did not display on the Ring of Garfat map.
16. Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart where drones could continuously follow players under certain conditions.
17. Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin where players' heads tilted incorrectly after being electrocuted during PAWS.
18. Fixed an issue where player name tags remained stuck above their heads after voice bubbles appeared.
19. Fixed an issue where the bottom UI on the main screen could disappear under certain conditions.
20. Fixed an issue where progress for the "Fight Everywhere" achievement did not accumulate properly.

Optimizations

1. In Winter Cabin, changed the game time extension button to require a long press for confirmation.
2. In Crisis Mode, changed the Medical Bay vitals display to show "Connection Lost" instead of "Dead" if a player disconnects.
3. In Crisis Mode, changed dead players’ avatars to gray in the discussion interface.
4. In Crisis Mode, improved the text style of certain UI elements.
5. In Crisis Mode, disabled ghost interactions with meeting room chairs.
6. In Crisis Mode, removed the typewriter effect for long UI text, displaying it instantly.
7. In Crisis Mode, the game will automatically end if all killer players disconnected within the first minute.

Version 1.10.5.0 (2025.02.20)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart where "Dalmatian Puppy" could crash into the bridge when jumping over the broken bridge under certain conditions.
2. Fixed an issue in Nemo Kart where high-speed vehicles might forcibly turn when jumping over the broken bridge.
3. Fixed an issue in SMASH where the "Super Gatling Gun" Pawer did not activate on weapons generated by the Ranged Master Pawer.
4. Fixed an issue in Space Crisis where player nameplates might display incorrectly in the elevator scene.
5. Fixed an issue in Space Crisis where climbing boxes could cause characters to get stuck in some gaps in the scene.
6. Fixed an issue in Space Crisis where the actual target of the Detective's skill might not match the highlighted target.
7. Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin where the actual target of the throwable "Bucket" on the card table might not match the highlighted target.

Optimizations

1. In Space Crisis, optimized certain UI icon layers in the elevator scene.
2. In Space Crisis, allowed characters to move freely before the blackout transition in the elevator scene.
3. In Space Crisis, when Face/Off Killer disguises as another player, the highlight outline remains visible when other players select them.
4. In Space Crisis, optimized controller operation for sending quick messages.
5. In Space Crisis, adjusted the positioning of vents.
6. In Space Crisis, removed the upward arrow UI for exiting vents when a player is inside.
7. In Space Crisis, when the spaceship is ready to jump, the Killers' tasks are no longer hidden from their map view.
8. In Space Crisis, if a player disconnects during a meeting, a prompt now appears immediately.
9. In Space Crisis, if Face/Off Killer or Invisible Killer remains in disguise or invisible after a meeting, their skill effect duration is extended by 10 seconds.
10. In Space Crisis, during Hunting Hour, all Killers and Goodies with a killing skill gain a speed boost.
11. In Space Crisis, when the Streamer dies, the Goodies can no longer identify which player was the streamer.
12. In Winter Cabin, climbing onto the roof is now easier, and the visual effects of rooftop snow have been improved.

Version 1.10.8.0 (2025.03.13)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where, if player is in the brig before the first meeting, they would be teleported back to the prison entrance after every meeting.
2. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where characters could float in mid-air after a meeting under certain conditions.
3. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where a player who was eaten after Canivore disconnected would experience an abnormal perspective.
4. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where joining a lobby during the elevator scene causes players to hear others speaking from far away, even through walls.
5. Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin where the lobby countdown at the top of the screen would not disappear after extending the lobby time.
6. Fixed an issue in Winter Cabin where, after opening and closing the vending machine, the "Disable Knockout" custom room option would become invalid.
7. Fixed an issue in SMASH Mode where pressing tab in the pawers selection screen did not allow players to view everyone's chosen pawers.

Optimizations

1. The language filter in the custom lobby list has been changed to multi-selection.

2. When creating a custom lobby, the selected language tags will now be permanently remembered and support cloud saving.

3. Expanded the quick chat options in Crisis Mode.

4. Optimized the random teleportation points after the jump in Crisis Mode.

5. Removed collision effects from ghosts interacting with fire extinguishers, fuel tanks, and oxygen tanks in Crisis Mode.

6. Adjusted the number of players in different faction compositions for Crisis Mode in 8, 9, and 12-player matches:

   • 12-player match: 2 neutral, 3 killers, 7 goodies (reduced 1 goodie, added 1 killer).

   • 9-player match: 1 neutral, 2 killers, 6 goodies (reduced 1 neutral, added 1 killer).

   • 8-player match: 1 neutral, 2 killers, 5 goodies (reduced 1 neutral, added 1 killer).

7. Optimized the sound effects for ghost voice communication in Crisis Mode.

Version 1.10.9.0 (2025.03.20)

Bug Fixes

1. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where the "ready" icon could cover player emotes.
2. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where the nameplate of a voted-out "Face/Off Killer" displayed incorrectly while in ghost state.
3. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where the autopsy report obtained by the "Forensic" ability could be incorrect in certain situations.
4. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where ghosts could reach unintended areas of the map via the cockpit.
5. Fixed an issue in Crisis Mode where voice bubbles might not appear during meetings under specific conditions.

Optimizations

1. Added a temporary matchmaking ban for surviving players who quit mid-game in Crisis Mode.

2. Adjusted interaction priority in Crisis Mode so that if a killer is within the interaction range of both reporting a dead body and another task (e.g., a terminal), the task interaction takes priority.

3. Updated visibility mechanics in Crisis Mode: when an "Invisible Killer" checks the big map while invisible, their map device is visible to other killers but remains hidden from goodies and neutral players.

4. Added a countdown timer display after the "Engineer" uses their ability in Crisis Mode.

5. Expanded the selection of quick chat phrases in Crisis Mode and improved their layout.

6. Optimized role distribution in Crisis Mode:

   1. 12-player match: At least one goodie with a killing ability, and only one "Average Goodie" in each game.

   2. 8-player match: Neutral roles with only be those without a killing ability.